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Old 08-15-2010, 10:53 AM
 
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I need to buy a new washer and dryer. I've had good results with Kenmores in my rentals--would like to get a Kenmore for my new house. But I'm open to other brands.

Am only interested in the old-fashioned top loading washer and dryer. Any recs? Have been reading reviews for days and they're so mixed, it's unbelievable.

Thanks!
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Old 08-15-2010, 11:23 AM
 
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Why only for the obsolete? The front load kenmores are great units.
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Old 08-15-2010, 11:30 AM
 
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It can be any brand--just had good experience with Kemore.

I don't want a front loader b/c of all the problems with mold/mildew/leaving the door open, etc. I have animals and don't want to have to leave the door open in order to air out for mold/mildew.

Only want a top loader.
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Old 08-15-2010, 11:41 AM
 
Location: Georgia, USA
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I need to buy a new washer and dryer. I've had good results with Kenmores in my rentals--would like to get a Kenmore for my new house. But I'm open to other brands.

Am only interested in the old-fashioned top loading washer and dryer. Any recs? Have been reading reviews for days and they're so mixed, it's unbelievable.

Thanks!
I too prefer Kenmore. I like a top loader because I am always finding one more item to throw into a load. I do not need or want a lot of bells and whistles I'll never use. All I want is to be able to set the type of fabric, load size, and water temp.

I have also had good results with Maytag.

My suggestion would be to go to your nearest Sears outlet and see what is available.
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Old 08-15-2010, 11:50 AM
 
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I've seen what's available and I've read the reviews and they're all mixed. I'd like any recs of specific model numbers. I've never read such mixed reviews of any product!
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Old 08-15-2010, 04:37 PM
 
Location: Columbus, Ohio
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I just got a set of Maytags, so far they seem to be doing well. Nice and quiet and seem to get clothes clean and dry. They are Centenials.
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Old 08-15-2010, 04:45 PM
 
Location: Brevard, NC
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They now have top loaders that have no agitator, use a lot less water and have the high spin speeds that reduce dryer time. We bought a GE and have been happy with it.
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Old 08-16-2010, 06:28 PM
 
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I "hear" some good recommendations of the Maytag Bravos MVWB850WQ but its expensive at around $700 and as for dryer, I hear Amana NED7300WW is also nice but it also costs around $700... for $1400 for them both... I am also in the market for a washer/dryer to and have been looking around... I hear the Samsung WF220ANW is also nice (front load washer)... wondering what everyone is thinking... haven't tried a Kenmore....
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Old 08-17-2010, 01:33 PM
 
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I "hear" some good recommendations of the Maytag Bravos MVWB850WQ but its expensive at around $700 and as for dryer, I hear Amana NED7300WW is also nice but it also costs around $700... for $1400 for them both... I am also in the market for a washer/dryer to and have been looking around... I hear the Samsung WF220ANW is also nice (front load washer)... wondering what everyone is thinking... haven't tried a Kenmore....
There was an earlier discussion on Maytag and others that you may find useful.
HE Washers - Maytag Bravo or Kenmore Oasis Elite?

We have the Maytag Bravo washer and dryer that we are happy with. Clean and dry well and nice looking.
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Old 08-18-2010, 01:02 PM
 
Location: Ponte Vedra Beach FL
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I bought a Mayag Centennial 3.5 top loader from Sears a couple of years ago. No bells and whistles (like you - I didn't want any bells and whistles). It's doing fine. Also bought an extended warranty from Sears (the warranties on new units are really short these days). Didn't need to buy a new dryer. My 16 year old Maytag is still going strong. Robyn
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